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Illegal dumping

Did you know?

Illegal dumping is the unauthorised dumping of waste in natural areas, parks and recreation areas and at kerbside. Unbooked cleanup waste is illegal dumping. Adding waste to someone else’s booked pile is also illegal dumping. Illegal dumping is against the law.

Consequences for all of us

Illegal dumping has significant impact socially, economically and environmentally. Illegal Dumping ruins the beauty of our natural areas, parks and neighbourhoods. It creates an eyesore that reduces community pride and often attracts more illegal dumping.

Overt surveillance targeting dumping

What else can we do?

Encourage our community not to dump waste or organic material in our natural areas, parks or on the kerbside.

Keep an eye out for commercial operators dumping greenwaste, mulch, soil, building rubble and demolition material in our parks, car parks and bushland. If you see a non-Council vehicle dumping material take note of the number plate, company name and a description of the vehicle. Use legitimate businesses that will provide you with dockets as evidence of lawful disposal and watch out for unscrupulous operators who won’t.

Report any illegal dumping you see – take note of the time, write down number plates, descriptions of vehicles and persons involves – and don’t forget the location. Let our Waste Investigators know by making an online report or calling Ku-ring-gai Council on 9424 0000.

Consider selling or sharing your unwanted items

A Council cleanup is only one of many options to dispose of your unwanted items. Before booking a cleanup have you considered selling or sharing your unwanted items via eBay, Gumtree, Freecycle or Ziilch.